Seizure reveals 75mm brain tumour in architect.

For years, Craig Alexander, an architect, attributed his headaches and dizziness to work stress. These symptoms, along with tremors and visual disturbances, were dismissed as fatigue. In early May 2023, a sudden seizure in his car led to a hospital visit and the discovery of a significant brain tumour, measuring 75mm by 35mm.

This astrocytoma, located centrally in his brain, required surgery, radio, and chemotherapy. The immediate aftermath of the treatment left Craig unable to walk or speak. He now requires regular scans to monitor the tumour, as further surgical options carry catastrophic risks. He is unable to return to his career.

Craig has since undergone intensive speech and physiotherapy to regain mobility and speech, though he still experiences some weakness. The treatments, while life-saving, have led to chronic fatigue and an ongoing uncertainty about his health. He is now a campaigner for brain tumour research, supporting a new manifesto for Wales.

This manifesto, unveiled at the Senedd on March 11, calls for revolutionary changes in brain tumour patient outcomes. Craig highlights issues like disjointed care and lengthy waiting times, emphasizing the need for a more streamlined and supportive system for those battling brain tumours.